Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Factors

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the factors in the economic environment that will affect customers' willingness and ability to spend their money on a firm's product?

• A)changes in government fiscal and monetary policies
• B)changes in the interest rates on credit cards
• C)changes in the amount of bonuses paid to bank executives
• D)changes in the unemployment rates

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Definitions:

Investment

The dedication of assets to achieve an increase in value over time, including purchases of securities, real estate, and other items with the expectation of generating future income or profit.

Target Costing

A pricing strategy where a product's selling price is determined first based on market conditions, and then the goal is to meet or come under this price through cost control and design efficiencies.

Minimum Return

The lowest acceptable rate of return on an investment that a person or company would consider worthwhile.

Investment

The allocation of resources, usually money, in expectation of generating an income or profit.